Tuesday, November 11th (Veterans Day)

Honoring Veterans: Free Admission All Day @ Harvard Museum of Natural History, Cambridge – In honor of Veterans Day, the Harvard Museum of Natural History and Peabody Museum open their doors for free to veterans, active-duty service members, and their families to explore the galleries and exhibits all day | FREE, 9am–5pm

Pottery Workshop @ Lamplighter CX, Cambridge – Shape and decorate your own clay mug in this relaxed 1.5-hour session at Lamplighter’s CX taproom, with drinks flowing and local instructors guiding you through the process | $45+, 6–8pm

Miniature Clay Charcuterie Board Workshop @ Bow Market, Somerville – Inside a tucked-away studio you’ll roll polymer clay, shape tiny boards, and craft your own pint-sized “charcuterie” trinkets with artist Liliana Abramson guiding you, plus 10 % off at Bright Spot after | $48, 6–8pm

Tuesday Drawing Club @ Boston Figure Art Center, Somerville – A relaxed evening of live figure drawing with a short demo and tips from founder Damon Lehrer, with snacks, music, and supplies for all skill levels, no experience needed | $25, 6–8:30pm

Candle Making @ Bow Market, Somerville – Craft your own wax candle and get ready for a hands-on evening hosted by Dark Mode at the heart of Bow Market’s creative community | $65, 7–9pm

Wednesday, November 12th

Stadium Workout @ Harvard Stadium, Cambridge (technically Allston but we’ll let this one slide) – Join hundreds of early risers running the stadium steps at sunrise in this free, community-led workout from the November Project crew, mixing grit, high-fives, and serious cardio under the city skyline | FREE, 5:55–6:55am & 6:30–7:30am

Space Talk: Artemis II @ Kendall Square, Cambridge – Join the Space Systems team from Draper and the Museum of Science for a talk on NASA’s 2026 flight around the moon, exploring how humans will travel, navigate, and return safely in the Artemis era. Lunch included | FREE, 12–1:30pm

Books & Brews @ Aeronaut Brewery, Somerville – Grab a pint and join Somerville Public Library’s laid-back book club for readers who love a good discussion with good beer. This month’s pick is A Swim in a Pond in the Rain by George Saunders, exploring what makes great stories tick. Hosted inside Aeronaut’s lively taproom | FREE, 6:15–7:30pm

Zine Workshop @ Boston Figure Art Center, Somerville – Learn how to fold, cut, and fill your own 1-page zine (think magazine but one pagers) using collage, markers, and colored paper under the guidance of local artist Ava Pom. A hands-on, no-rules workshop about self-expression and storytelling in a creative community setting. Make a free account with BFAC to grab tickets | $25, 6:30–8:30pm

Backgammon Meetup @ Aeronaut Brewing, Somerville – Grab a beer and roll the dice with Boston’s Backgammon Players. Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned strategist, this social night brings together a fun mix of regulars and first-timers for casual games, friendly competition, and plenty of table-hopping. All boards provided | FREE, 6:30–8:30pm

Thursday, November 13th

Museum After Dark: Sleep, Dream, Wake Showcase @ MIT Museum, Cambridge – An after-hours museum event blending science and art, with talks on sleep and light, immersive dream installations, cyanotype-making, and local drinks from Aeronaut and Pagu | $20 general / $10 MIT ID, 6–9pm

Pottery Workshop @ Juliet Social Club, Somerville – A hands-on clay night mixing craft, community, and craft beer, where you’ll learn pottery basics like pinch pots and coils, make one or two custom pieces, and optionally have them glazed and fired while you hang with friends (or a date) and share drinks | $75, 6:30–8:30pm

F*ckup Nights Boston @ Aeronaut Brewing Co., Somerville – Part of a global event series that celebrates stories of professional failure, this event features three fearless speakers sharing their biggest screw-ups in 10 slides and 7 minutes each, with drinks, laughs, and hard-won lessons | $15, 6:30–9:30pm

After Work Thursdays: Millennials Social @ McCarthy’s, Cambridge – A free after-work hang with dinner, drinks, and stand-up from Lowell comic Katy Coughlin, whose sharp, brutally funny takes on everyday life set the tone before a DJ spins the rest of the night upstairs. Free to attend, just reserve a spot | FREE, 6–9:30pm

Union Comedy Improv Fest 2025 @ The Rockwell, Somerville – Three nights of fast, unscripted comedy from troupes across Boston, NYC, Chicago, and beyond, taking over The Rockwell (as part of Union Improv Festival) starting this Thursday with back-to-back sets, surprise guests, and late-night laughs in Davis Square | Prices & Time Vary ($15-$20 depending on the show)

Costumed Figure Drawing @ Boston Figure Art Center, Somerville – Draw from a live costumed model striking poses that range from quick one-minute gestures to longer 25-minute holds, with wine, snacks, and music setting the mood for a creative Thursday night | $25, 7–9:30pm

Popcorn Comedy with Janet McNamara @ Somerville Theatre, Somerville – An intimate stand-up night in the theater’s 30-seat microcinema, headlined by Janet McNamara, the quick-witted accountant-turned-comedian praised by by Bill Burr, bringing her offbeat humor and townie charm to Davis Square | $23, 7:30–9pm

Intelligent Singles Mixer @ Grafton Street Grill, Cambridge – A curated evening in Harvard Square for smart social professionals looking for real conversation and connection, with appetizers, icebreakers and a modern pub vibe at Grafton Street | $50, 7–10pm